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Communication is key to getting the support you need, especially when it comes to asking for help. Whether you’re asking a friend, family member, or colleague, being clear and direct about your needs can make all the difference. For persons with neurodivergence clarity helps keep relationships strong.

Communication is a two-way street, and ensuring that the message is understood is just as important as delivering it. For individuals with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD), clear and respectful communication is crucial. Understanding may take more work for us, but we appreciate being treated as equals and not talked down to. Here are someContinueContinue reading “Effective Communication: Ensuring Understanding with Respect”

Being truthful about your capabilities and seeking help when needed are vital steps in ensuring effective self-care.

Providing a safe, calming environment for children with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD) is crucial for their well-being. These children are often sensitive to overstimulation.

Understanding that alcohol shows no mercy helps us realize that preventing FASD is a collective responsibility. We must advocate for comprehensive education and support systems to ensure that every child has the best possible start in life.

Recognizing FASD as an organic issue shifts the focus from blame to support and accommodations, fostering a more inclusive and supportive community.

Living with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD) presents unique challenges in daily life. These challenges impact learning, social interactions, health, and emotional well-being.

By avoiding alcohol during pregnancy, you can protect your child’s developing brain and organs, giving them the best possible start in life. Let’s work together to spread awareness and support alcohol-free pregnancies.

“Alcohol is a solvent.” This simple statement carries profound implications, especially when considering its effects on a developing baby. A solvent dissolves a solute (a solid, liquid, or gas), resulting in a solution. This process transforms the solute into a changed substance. Similarly, alcohol, when consumed during pregnancy, can alter the developing fetus in waysContinueContinue reading “Alcohol is a Solvent: Understanding Its Impact on a Developing Baby”